MAUI Exchange

(Mid-American Universities International)

University of Malta(L-Università – ta’ Malta)

Where is MAlta?

In the heart of the Mediterranean lies the archipelago of the Republic of Malta

Situated halfway between North Africa and Europe

Consists of three islands (Malta, Gozo, Comino) making up 122 square miles

Don’t let the small size fool you – Malta is one of the most densely populated countries worldwide (350,000 residents)

Over 7,000 years of history Vacation destination for its relaxed

lifestyle, the Mediterranean and the weather

Mediterranean climate: dry, hot summers; warm, wet falls; short, cool winters

Main languages are Maltese and English Euro is the currency

Malta – fast facts

Sports Rock climbing Paragliding Wakeboarding Scuba diving Water skiing Attend a sailing regatta Golf Jet skiing Horseback riding Malta Marathon Maltese lawn bowling Clay pigeon shooting

Museum of Archaeology The War Museum Megalithic temples

(including the oldest temple in the world)

Catacombs WWII sites Historical reenactments Museum of Roman

Antiquities National Museum of Fine Arts Nadur Carnival (music) Shopping

Things to see and do…

Attractions

Getting to MaltaMalta International Airport

is in few hours flying time from many major European cities

The national airline, Air Malta, has flights coming and going from Europe

Take a ferry from another Mediterranean port to the island of Malta

Check sites like Student Universe and STA Travel for deals exclusively for students

Getting around in MaltaMalta has a public bus

transport system of its ownTake a “Smart Cab,” a battery-

powered, chauffeur-driven vehicle that you hail

Orient yourself by taking a vintage bus sightseeing tour, or an open-top sightseeing double-decker bus

White taxi service available If you rent a car, international

driver’s licenses are accepted, but remember in Malta they drive on the left side of the road!

Public institution10,000 students (600

foreign/exchange students) from 60 different countries

Three campuses: Msida (main campus), Valletta (Malta’s capital), Gozo

Bachelor’s, Master’s and Doctorates offered

The University

Arts Built environment Dental surgery Economics Management and accountancy Education Engineering Health sciences Information and communication technology Law Media and knowledge services Medicine and surgery Science and theology

Areas of Study

Anglo-Italian Studies Baroque Studies Confucius Criminology Earth Systems Islands & Small States Linguistics Maltese Studies Public Administration & Management Physical Education & Sport Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy Tourism, Travel & Culture The Edward de Bono Institute for the Design & Development of Thinking The Mediterranean Academy of Diplomatic Studies The Mediterranean Institute International Maritime Law Institute

Institutes within:

Center for Biomedical Cybernetics Center for Environmental Education

and Research Center for Family Studies Center for Labor Studies Center for Literacy European Center for Gerontology European Center of Educational

Resilience & Socio-emotional Health Euro-Mediterranean Center for

Educational Research Euro-Mediterranean Center on Insular

Coastal Dynamics Malta Operational Center and the

European Documentation & Research Center

Centers within:

Campus Layout

Fall semester: October 3, 2011 – February 8, 2012Winter semester: February 9, 2012 – June 30, 2012Year-long program: October 3, 2011 – June 30, 2012Exam Schedule: January 21, 2012 – February 8, 2012

(fall), May 31, 2012 – June 30 2012 (winter)Orientation: September 30, 2011 (fall),

February 7, 2012 (winter)Application Deadlines: May 15 (fall, year-long), October

30 (winter)List of Malta holidays when university is closed:

http://www.um.edu.mt/__data/assets/pdf_file/0012/110028/Public_Holidays_in_Malta_2011-2012.pdf

Academic Calendar

Universities considered a part of the organization, Mid-American Universities International (MAUI), have partnered with the Utrecht Network: 31 European universities, to promote educational opportunities overseas

Study opportunities for fall, winter and year-long programs

Registration takes place once student arrives in MaltaAll courses taught in English besides foreign language

coursesA-F grading scale appliesTeaching style: teacher/student contact, lectures,

tutorials and a focus on independent study

MAUI Exchange Program

Electronic online application, found here: http://www.um.edu.mt/__data/assets/pdf_file/0013/31720/Application_visiting_students.pdf

Along with your application form, you are to include:Two passport sized photographsCopy of your birth certificateOfficial university transcriptCopies of any certificates or qualificationsPhotocopy of passport (pages with personal details

and expiration date)English language proficiency certificate, when neededMedical health formOfficial recommendation letter from home institution

Application Process

7-8 bedroom townhouses available Five bathrooms Hot and cold water Each room can be occupied by one or two students Housing approximately two miles from campus Complimentary bus service regularly runs between residences

and campus Large communal pool Private grounds Walking distance of Lija, a small town Free wi-fi access Dining choices: various meal plans available or cook at your

residenceVisit www.universityresidence.com for more information on

accomodation

Accomodations

Accomodations

Monthly estimation of costsAccommodation - $431Meals $383Telephone - $64Local Transport - $48Books, stationery, etc. -

$96 Leisure activities - $223Clothes, laundry - $32Total - $1,277

Insurance coverage for health, medical evacuation and repatriation

Medical health tests to be completed within 15 days of arrival in Malta (approx. $39)

Residence permit to be bought within the first month (approx. $30)

CostOther expenses

If you stay in Malta less than three months, you are not required to have a Visa

If you stay longer than three months in Malta, you are required to obtain a uniform residence permit:

Application formTwo passport-sized photographsProof of Malta residenceFinancial proof of sufficient fundsApplication feeEndorsement letter from the University of Malta

Form available here: http://www.mfa.gov.mt/Library/Citizenship%20Forms%20and%20Templates/CEA20%20-%203rdCountry_Euros.pdf

Visa information

ACCESS – Disability Support Unit

ChaplaincyCounseling servicesCampus events teamKids Point – child care

facilityUniversity IT servicesUniversity library

servicesUniversity sports club

services available

Contact Information University of Malta contact for

incoming students

Marlene DebonoInternational & EU OfficeUniversity of MaltaMsida, MSD2080 Malta. EuropeTel: +356—2340 2370

Fax:  +356-2131 6941

Email: marlene.debono@um.edu.mt Utrecht Network contact

Anna Callus

International & EU Office

Room 105 Administration Building

University of Malta

Tel no: +356 2340 2591

Fax: +356 2131 6941

Email: anna.callus@um.edu.mt

University of Malta website:http://www.um.edu.mt

Tips for traveling abroad: http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/tips_1232.html

K-State Study Abroad Website: http://www.k-state.edu/studyabroad/

Application to K-State Study Abroad: https://ksu.studioabroad.com/

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